ENG vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 1st T20I

Philip Salt ENG | WK

Phil Salt has been one of the reasons why Kolkata Knight Riders have made this far in the IPL. The right-handed batter and wicketkeeper will want to emulate the same for England in the next few months and help his side retain their title.

Babar Azam PAK | BAT

Pakistan skipper is mostly likely to bat at number three for his side and Babar Azam being the talisman for his side will be looked at as the batter to shoulder the run scoring responsibility for his side.

Jos Buttler ENG | WK

England skipper Jos Buttler is coming into the series with a moderately successful IPL 2024 where he scored two centuries. The 34-year-old is a destructive batter in the powerplays and Pakistan team knows if Jos Buttler gets going there is no way to stop him.

Shaheen Afridi PAK | BOWL

The onus of getting wickets with the new ball rests on Shaheen Shah Afridi. His ability to swing the ball at high pace and bowl yorkers make opposition batter wary of Shahen Afridi and his talents with the ball.

Sam Curran ENG | ALL

Young Sam Curran was one of the stars of the 2022 T20 World Cup. The 25-year-old has been in good nick with the bat and also has captaincy experience in the IPL. Sam Curran's big hitting and seam bowling option makes him a huge player to watch out for.

Naseem Shah PAK | BOWL

One of the most feared fast bowlers with the new ball, Naseem Shah mixes pace and aggression and is a very dangerous bowler with the new ball. The conditions in England will be favorable for his kind of bowling.